14OWNER SAFETY INFORMATIONREAR FACING CHILD SEATS
SEATING A CHILD IN THE TESLA REAR FACING CHILD SEATS
WARNING: The rear facing seats are child safety seats. They must only be used for children over 37 “ (94 cm) tall and weighing between 35 and 77 lbs (16.2
to 35.2 kg). Ensure the top of the child’s head can not contact the vehicle. Do not use supplemental child restraint systems in these seats. Follow all instructions
provided.
Releasing1. Release the seat belts by
pressing the button on the buckle.
2. Release the chest clip.
3. Separate the two halves of the
seat restraint.
Fastening1. Position the child in the
seat with arms through the
loops of the seat belts.
2. Connect the two halves
of the seat belt and latch
together.
3. Insert the seat belt tongue
latch into the buckle
and ensure it is securely
fastened.
4. Adjust the shoulder belts so that they run over the top of the child’s
shoulders and away from the face.
5. Connect the chest clip.
6. Pull the lower straps until the child is securely held in the seat.
22OWNER SAFETY INFORMATION
WHEELS AND TIRES GLOSSARYAccessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those items replaced) of items available as factory installed equipment.
BeadThe inner edge of a tire that is shaped to fit to the rim and form an air tight seal. The bead is constructed of steel wires which are
wrapped, or reinforced, by the ply cords.
Cold tire pressureThe air pressure in a tire which has been standing in excess of three hours, or driven for less than one mile.
Curb weightThe weight of a standard vehicle, including any optional equipment fitted, and with the correct fluid levels.
Gross vehicle weightThe maximum permissible weight of a vehicle with driver, passengers, load, luggage, and equipment.
kPa (kilo pascal)A metric unit used to measure pressure. One kilo pascal equals approximately 0.145 psi.
Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum pressure to which the tire should be inflated. This pressure is given on the tire side wall in psi (lbf/in2).
This pressure is the maximum allowed by the tire manufacturer. It is not the pressure recommended for use.
Maximum loaded vehicle
weightThe sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight.
Production options weightThe combined weight of options installed which weigh in excess of 3 lbs more than the standard items that they replaced, and are not
already considered in curb or accessory weights.
PSI (lbf/in2)Pounds per square inch, unit of measure for pressure.
RimThe metal support for a tire, or tire and tube, upon which the tire beads are seated.
Vehicle capacity weightThe number of seats multiplied by 150 lbs plus the rated amount of load/luggage.
WHEELS AND TIRES GLOSSARY
